Chance missed to sharpen Bafana for Afcon

As Bafana Bafana continue their buildup to the Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) in Morocco later this year, one can’t shake the feeling that the South African Football Association (Safa) has missed a trick by not securing stronger opposition for Hugo Broos’ men.

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This is not a dig at Zambia, far from it because Chipolopolo have also qualified for the continental showpiece and remain a proud footballing nation with a rich history. However, where South Africa is right now, and where they want to go, it’s fair to expect better.

The reality is that Bafana need to be pushed to their limits before heading into a tournament that will test every facet of their game. Matches like the one against Zambia may offer Broos a chance to experiment with combinations, but they do little to reveal the true measure of this team’s readiness for the challenges ahead.